Senior Regional ECEC Regulatory Officer

Queensland Government; Queensland; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Queensland Government's Department of Education invites applications for a Senior Regulatory Officer to help regulate the early childhood education and care sector under Regulating for Quality policy.

You will apply ECEC legislation, standards and guidelines, conduct assessment and rating of services, and build collaborative relationships with Regional Offices and ECEC providers to achieve regulatory outcomes. Applications close 15 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in ECEC regulation or ability to quickly learn ECEC regulation.
• Experience in assessment and rating, or the ability to complete required training.
• Strong understanding of quality early childhood practice.
• Strong analytical, communication, decision-making and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage risk, prioritise tasks, and work collaboratively with stakeholders.
• Passion for early childhood, with a focus on children's health, safety and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Apply ECEC legislation, standards, policies and guidelines to regulate the sector.
• Conduct assessment and rating of education and care services across Queensland.
• Build collaborative working relationships with stakeholders including Regional Offices, and ECEC providers to achieve regulatory outcomes.
• Undertake other duties as directed.

Skills

Regulatory experience

Assessment and rating

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Decision-making

Organisational skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Job description

The Queensland Government's Department of Education invites applications for a Senior Regulatory Officer to help regulate the early childhood education and care sector under Regulating for Quality policy.

You will apply ECEC legislation, standards and guidelines, conduct assessment and rating of services, and build collaborative relationships with Regional Offices and ECEC providers to achieve regulatory outcomes. Applications close 15 November 2026.